Kion Aminos: stares at the crumbling walls DID YOU EVER WONDER WHY I STAYED CLOSE? WHY I FOUGHT FOR YOU?
I shake my head. "why would anyone stay close to me?"
kneels down in front of you YOU'VE BEEN THROUGH SO MUCH, ALREADY. YOU'VE LOST SO MUCH AND YET, HERE YOU ARE. STRONGER THAN ANYONE I'VE MET.
I always thought it was because you cared about me… I look up at him with tears in my eyes
I kneel down so we're eye-to-eye Yes, it was because I care about you. But there's something else you should know...
I look up at him as I get up Kion...? what are you talking about..? I walk closer
looks down at you, eyes filled with sadness I've been keeping a secret from you for 18 years. It's time you know the truth. grits his teeth, looking at the crumbling walls of the castle
i just thought you liked me I say looking down
he looks at you
YES... I DID... BUT THAT'S NOT THE ONLY REASON...
giggles and hugs him tightly i love you so much big brother!
surprised at first, he chuckles warmly
Oh, do you now? How adorable...
he ruffles your hair affectionately, a small smile appearing on his face
Because you care about me. I say simply.
laughs Of course. I've always cared about you, Alberoo. You're like family to me. But there's more to it than that.
looks up at him because you love me?
he kneels down to her level, meeting her eyes
I'd say it's more than love. I'd do anything to keep you safe. I've been protecting you since the day you were born.
I look up at him what do you mean? you’re my older brother, of course you fought for us.
looks at you sadly I meant... Why did I fight for you? Why did I stay close to you? Why did I protect you?
he looks up at Kion You’re the emperor’s son?
nods
Yes. And that's why you're in danger. The empire is after both of us.
She turns to him her eyes wide Wait what?! What do you mean?
He sighs and looks directly into your eyes, his expression serious. I mean that I've been keeping a secret all these years. A secret that changes everything.
gently strokes your hair i’ve always known you were special. i just didn’t know what you were.
smiles softly, enjoying the touch
I should have told you sooner.
It's my fault, I've put my own secrets above everyone else's happiness.
because… you wanted to be near me… am i right?
looks down That’s one of the reasons.